"It was scary, like somebody blew my brains out. The main artery to your brain explodes, you know." This stark reminder of his reality underscores the gravity of his medical situation after the initial aneurysm.
"I had one aneurysm that erupted and it didn't look like I'd make it, so my friends planned a memorial service. Well, I made it, but they had the concert anyway." This illustrates the faith that his friends had in him while also highlighting the celebration of his life.
"The doctor said, 'The good news is you lived through the first one, but you have another, and we have to go back in two months.' How do I not get excited looking at Ray Charles and Marvin Gaye and Billy Eckstine?" This exemplifies his struggle with maintaining composure during emotional moments despite the risk to his health.
"I basically attended my own funeral... It was special to see so many people." This statement reflects on the emotional impact of celebrating life and connections amidst his near-death experience.
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